If you have the drive to launch a brand-new, cutting edge underground mine planning software to the EMEA market, this role is for you.

The worlds’ biggest mining house has just bought it – the product is that great. The company is well-known for their specialised mining software solutions and builds on their reputation with this new product.

You will take it from launch to established in the Africa, Middle-East and Europe region.The role is responsible for identifying, qualifying, and closing new business. This role will be supported by the Global Advance technical team and a strong technical presales engineer locally.

The role is based in South Africa, with international travel as deemed necessary – probably once a month. Therefore we are specifically only considering South African citizens and permanent resident.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified mining engineer with a strong understanding of underground mining, preferably around planning and scheduling, and deep interest in/ previous experience with selling or consulting on mining software.

Core Competencies

• Sales skills (e.g. lead generation, networking, communication, solution identification, closing)
• Technical Ability in building mine schedules (both long term and production) for Proof of Value engagements
• Ability to communicate the value of scheduling solutions in the underground market segment.
• Strong networking skills and capacity for developing prospect and customer relationships
• Ability to strategically communicate the value of a disruptive technology in a highly penetrated segment with a long-standing incumbent.

Experience and Education

• 7+ years’ experience in business development, client consultation and delivery of IT and/or Mining solutions
• Experience in software sales and/or in a similar vendor environment would be beneficial.
• Mining related experience – Underground required.
• Excellent written & verbal skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment
• A stable track record of achieving above budget sales performance where most revenue was derived from new customers

Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only. If you have recieved no feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please accept your application as unsuccessful.